Monroe Consulting Group is supporting one of our key clients in the retail lifestyle industry that currently curates brands ranging from fashion to beauty. With passionate and dynamic team, we are looking for a strategic Finance Controller to oversee financial operations overseas to provide key insights to drive performance and align with group objectives.
Responsibilities
Financial Strategy & Leadership
- Advise the Malaysian management team with strategic financial insights to drive performance and profitability.
- Align local financial strategies with group objectives through close collaboration with the Group CFO.
- Develop and implement financial strategies, policies, and procedures for Malaysia.
Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Oversee accounting functions, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, and Payroll.
- Ensure timely, accurate financial statements aligned with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (MFRS/IFRS) and Group policies.
- Manage intercompany reconciliations and eliminations between subsidiaries and the parent company.
- Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and timely documentation submission.
Treasury & Cash Flow Management
- Manage cash flow, forecasting, and liquidity to optimize working capital.
- Oversee banking relationships and ensure efficient treasury operations.
Taxation & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with Malaysian tax regulations (e.g., corporate tax, SST, withholding tax).
- Liaise with tax advisors for planning and optimization strategies.
- Stay updated on regulatory changes and ensure timely implementation.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis
- Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with departments.
- Conduct financial and variance analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Provide actionable insights to support data-driven decision-making.
Systems & Process Improvement
- Recommend and implement improvements to financial systems, processes, and controls.
- Play a key role in selecting and implementing financial software as needed.
- Develop internal control frameworks to safeguard assets and ensure data integrity.
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead and mentor a team of 5-6 finance professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and growth.
- Manage team performance and identify training needs for continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Has minimum 3-5 years in a leadership role (e.g., Head of Finance, Financial Controller, Finance Manager)
- Essential experience in the retail industry, particularly fashion retail
- Proven experience managing financial operations for a multi-subsidiary and intercompany group, with strong knowledge of intercompany transactions and eliminations
- Understand Malaysian tax laws and financial reporting standards (MFRS/IFRS)
- Demonstrated experience in setting up and streamlining financial systems and processes
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) is highly desirable
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively report to and collaborate with Indonesian management
- High level of integrity, attention to detail, and a proactive approach
- Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment
